The auction is carried out on behalf or on account of the seller. Hardt Auctions reserves the right to combine or split lots and, if there is good reason to do so, to auction items other than in the published order or to withdraw them.
All lots put up for sale may be viewed and inspected prior to the auction. The catalogue specifications and related specifications appearing on the internet, which have both been compiled in good conscience, do not form part of the contractually agreed to conditions. These specifications have been derived from the status of the information available at the time of compiling the catalogue. They do not serve as a guarantee in legal terms and their purpose is purely in the information they provide. The same applies to any reports on an item's condition or any other information, either in oral or written form. Likewise missing specifications do not constitute an agreement on quality. All items are used goods. German is the official language for the catalogue text.
6. Submission of bids. Bids in attendance: The floor bidder receives a bidding number on presentation of a photo ID. Hardt Auctions reserves the right to grant entry to the auction. If the bidder is not known to Hardt Auctions, registration must take place 24 hours before the auction is due to begin in writing on presentation of a current bank reference. Bids in absentia: Bids can also be submitted either in writing,or via the internet. The placing of bids in absentia must reach Hardt Auctions 24 hours before the auction to ensure the proper processing thereof. The item must be mentioned in the bid placed, together with ticket number and item description. In the event of ambiguities, the listed ticket number becomes applicable. The placement of a bid must be signed by the applicant. The regulations regarding revocations and the right to return the goods in the case of long distance agreements (§ 312b - d of the Civil Code) do not apply. In submitting a bid placement, the bidder declares that he agrees to the recording of the bidding process. Bids via the internet: They will only be accepted by Hardt Auctions if the bidder registered himself on the internet website beforehand. Hardt Auctions will treat such bids in the same way as bids in writing.Carrying out the auction. The hammer will come down when no higher bids are submitted after three calls for a bid. In extenuating circumstances, the auctioneer reserves the right to bring down the hammer or he can refuse to accept a bid. If several individuals make the same bid at the same time, and after the third call, no higher bid ensues, then the ticket becomes the deciding factor. The auctioneer can retract his acceptance of the bid and auction the item once more if a higher bid that was submitted on time, was erroneously overlooked and immediately queried by the bidder, or if any doubts regarding its acceptance arise (§ 2 point 4 VerstVO). The auctioneer can bid on behalf of the submitter up to the agreed limit, without revealing this and irrespective of whether other bids are submitted. Even if bids have been placed and the hammer has not come down, the auctioneer is only liable to the bidder in the event of premeditation or gross negligence. Once a lot has been knocked down, the successful bidder is obliged to buy it. If a bid is accepted conditionally, the bidder is bound by its bid until four weeks after the auction unless it immediately withdraws from the conditionally accepted bid. From the fall of the hammer, possession and risk pass directly to the buyer, while ownership passes to the buyer only after full payment has been received.
9. A premium of 24 % (19% + 5% live bidding fee) calculated on the hammer price plus 19 % value added tax calculated on the surcharge only is levied (margin scheme). On the lots which are characterized by an *, the buyer shall pay a premium of 24% (19% +5% live bidding fee) on the hammer price; onto this (hammer price and premium) the statutory VAT of 19% for decorative art and photography will be added. (Regelbesteuerung = regular scheme). Invoices may be issued for buyers who are entitled to a Pre-Tax Deduction for art and decorative art for all lots according to the existing ?Regelbesteuerung? (regular scheme). These buyers must identify themselves when receiving their bidding paddle. Exports to third (i.e. non-EU) countries will be exempt from VAT, and so will be exports made by companies from other EU member states if they state their VAT identification number.Successful bidders attending the auction in person shall forthwith upon the purchase pay to Hardt Auctions the final price (hammer price plus premium and VAT) in Euro. Payments by foreign buyers who have bid in writing or by proxy shall also be due forthwith upon the purchase, but will not be deemed to have been delayed if received within ten days of the invoice date. Cheques cannot be accepted. The request for an alteration of an auction invoice to a person other than the bidder has to be made immediately after the auction. Hardt Auctions however also reserves the right to refuse such a request if it is deemed appropriate.In the case of payment default, Hardt Auctions will charge interest on the outstanding amount at a rate of 1 % of the gross price per month or part month. If payment is made in a foreign currency, any exchange rate losses and bank charges will be borne by the buyer. If the buyer defaults in payment, Hardt Auctions may at its discretion insist on performance of the purchase contract or, after allowing a period of grace, claim damages for non-performance. In the latter case, Hardt Auctions may determine the amount of the damages by putting the lot or lots up for auction again, in which case the defaulting buyer will bear the amount of any reduction in the proceeds compared with the earlier auction, plus the cost of resale, including the premium.Buyers must take charge of their purchases immediately after the auction. Once a lot has been sold, the auctioneer is liable only for wilful intent or gross negligence. Lots will not, however, be surrendered to buyers until full payment has been received. Without exception, shipment will be at the expense and risk of the buyer. Purchases which are not collected within four weeks after the auction may be stored and insured by Hardt Auctions on behalf of the buyer and at its expense in the premises of a freight agent. If Hardt Auctions stores such items itself, it will charge 1 % of the hammer price for insurance and storage costs.As far as this can be agreed, the place of performance and jurisdiction is Radevormwald. German law applies; the provisions of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, CISG are not applicable. Should any provision herein be wholly or partially ineffective, this will not affect the validity of the remaining provisions.In order to participate in our auction you need to register 24 hours before the sale. Please be aware; we reserve the right to ask bidders for a deposit prior to the sale.A premium of 24 % calculated (19% + 5% live bidding fee) on the hammer price plus 19 % value added tax calculated on the surcharge only is levied (margin scheme). On the lots which are characterized by an *, the buyer shall pay a premium of 24% (19% + 5% live bidding fee) on the hammer price; onto this (hammer price and premium) the statutory VAT of 19% will be added. (Regelbesteuerung = regular scheme).
Shipping Terms
Shipping Terms:
Auction House will ship, at Buyer's expense.
Hardt Auctions is not reliable for Export Papers due outside EU.
